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Acentra Health CEO Todd Stottlemyer Named to Virginia 500 Power List for Fifth Consecutive Year
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (155+ words) Acentra Health CEO Todd Stottlemyer Named to Virginia 500 Power List "I'm honored to be named alongside such accomplished leaders from Virginia," said Stottlemyer. "This recognition reflects the dedication and talent of the entire Acentra Health team. Together, we are advancing…...
Liver cancer rates steady after decades-long climb in Louisiana, U.S. Here’s the data.
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (195+ words) The American Cancer Society estimates over 42,000 new cases of primary liver cancer or intrahepatic bile duct cancer will be diagnosed and nearly 31,000 Americans will die from the diseases in 2026. Liver cancer incidence rates have tripled in the U.S. over the past…...
Louisiana’s first cured sickle cell patient gets FAA clearance to fly
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (46+ words) Daniel Cressy, Louisiana’s first patient cured of sickle cell through gene therapy, has been cleared to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot. Daniel Cressy, Louisiana's first patient cured of sickle cell through gene therapy, has been cleared to pursue…...
Louisiana Medicaid Contracts 2027: $16.1B Deal, Four Insurers
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (236+ words) State health officials have presented the narrower lineup as a way to simplify the program for providers. The department has said that having four remaining plans should reduce administrative work for hospitals, doctors and other healthcare providers, including the process…...
Louisiana Hazing Prevention Summit focuses on preventing future tragedies
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (40+ words) The Louisiana Hazing Prevention Summit brought educators, students and families together to discuss ways to prevent hazing on college campuses. The Louisiana Hazing Prevention Summit brought educators, students and families together to discuss ways to prevent hazing on college campuses....
Nursing professor's legacy gift launches Dolores Bess Scholars award at UL Lafayette
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (92+ words) Experience our top-ranked programs, vibrant community, and unique culture. You belong here! Embrace who you are and become who you were meant to be. Pursue your dreams as a Ragin’ Cajun. Big opportunities and unique experiences await you. Creating and…...
Virginia ranks 35th in Medicaid scorecard
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (411+ words) (The Center Square) – Virginia ranks 35th in a new 50-state Medicaid scorecard ahead of federal work requirements and more frequent eligibility reviews beginning next year. The Heartland Institute gave Virginia 39 out of 100 points in its Medicaid Report Card, which evaluates states…...
Louisiana scrutinizes Medicaid autism therapy as spending rises 41%
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (688+ words) Louisiana Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein testifies before a state Senate committee. Credit: Nolan McKendry / The Center Square (The Center Square) — After federal auditors found nearly $200 million in improper payments for autism-related services in four states, Louisiana is increasing scrutiny of…...
Louisiana reports its first rabies case in a dog since 2014
1+ week, 3+ day ago (406+ words) A dog in Acadiana has been diagnosed with rabies, state health department officials confirmed Friday, marking the first canine case of the disease in Louisiana in more than 10 years. Rabies has been relatively rare in Louisiana dogs over the past…...
Rabies detected in Louisiana dog for first time since 2014
1+ week, 3+ day ago (265+ words) BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) confirmed Friday that a dog in the Acadiana area has tested positive for rabies, making it the first confirmed case in a Louisiana dog since 2014. Only five cases of…...